I sat down for a conversation with state legislator and candidate for Congress in CD6, Kirsten Engel. I got about a half-hour with the candidate to discuss her background, views, and aspirations should she go to Congress. During the interview, I asked Kirsten about what she would like to see changed about the U.S. Constitution … Read more
I sat down for a conversation with state legislator and candidate for Congress in CD6, Daniel Hernandez. I got about an hour with the candidate to discuss his background, views, and aspirations should he go to Congress. Following is a full transcript (AI-generated and lightly edited, mistakes are mine…) of our conversation: Michael: [00:00:00] All … Read more
Life of service. Education is the great equalizer. A strong work ethic. A good life for children. A society where everyone can have opportunity and move up. These are some of the values State Representative Morgan Abraham’s parents instilled on him and he as applied as an affordable housing builder, United States Intelligence Officer and … Read more
Amanda Steele wants to help teachers and all current and future students in TUHSD. A community activist and parental advocate for students with disabilities and public schools, the speech therapist and President and Co-Founder of EPIC Disability Advocacy has declared her candidacy to serve on the Tempe Union High School Governing Board. Rightfully believing that … Read more
Political newcomer Anna Hernandez does not think highly of many career politicians at the Arizona State Legislature. Because of their efforts, Hernandez feels they bear at least some responsibility for Arizona being fifth in incarcerations and 48th in education spending. For this and other personal reasons (like losing her father to COVID after having to … Read more